GC41 Justice in Environmental Assessment Hearings (GC41 2012 - 034)

That the 41st General Council 2012 direct the General Secretary, General Council to issue a statement of concern that all current and future assessment hearings under both the National Energy Board and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency

  1. exhibit a commitment to justice and compassion towards aboriginal neighbours affected by the proposed project;

  2. ensure that the terms of reference encompass understanding of aboriginal cultures including their spirituality and relation to the land; and

  3. ensure that the protection of the environment be given far more consideration than financial gain.

     

GC41 2012 ROP, pp. 197-198, 376

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